The Oliver Sacks book is a perfect example of truth being stranger than fiction. The author is a neurophysiologist and writes about neurophysiological cases - what happens when the brain goes worng. Fascinating. 'The Pig That Wants to be Eaten' is an ideal read for the loo and I mean that in a good way. Julian Baggini specialises in philosophy and this book consist of 100 'thought experiments' and then the authors insights. Excellent for a good old ponder. :-?

If you can find it, James P. Hogan, the Giants Trilogy. Besides being really interesting thought-provocation, which I always considered the touchstone of good SF, the guy can spin a captivating tale. Kinda like Asimov or Heinlein.

Just finished Terry Pratchett's 'Dodger'. Enjoyed it, although the inclusion of real historical figures didn't add much, I felt. Loved the Fagin-esque Solomon, though.About to finally read the monster tome that is 'His dark materials'. DC rates it highly, and Una named her daughter after the main character! :-)